Student Radiologic Technologist - Radiology

Beloit Health System is looking to add a Student Radiology Technologist to our Team!

• Shift: Varied
• Schedule:
  
  Hours between 6:30 am – 11:00 pm
• Hours per week:
  Varied - Per Diem
• Benefits Status:
  Not Eligible
• Department:
  Radiology

The Radiology Technologist Student performs x‑ray procedures to produce images for the purpose of diagnosing disease processes under the supervision of a licensed Radiologic Technologist until board certified. Procedures can be performed at various locations throughout the Health System. Competence is required for both fixed and mobile x‑ray devices.

• Provides diagnostic radiographic services
  • Greets customers in a friendly, but professional manner and ensures proper patient and image identification
  • Operates diagnostic imaging equipment under the supervision of a licensed Radiologic Technologist
  • Operates other equipment/devices as appropriate
  • Ensures proper patient positioning
  • Immobilizes patients as necessary
  • Selects and/or calculates exposure factors according to age specific guidelines.
  • Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others
  • Evaluates radiography for technical quality and patient identification.
  • Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures
  • Practices aseptic technique as necessary
  • Administers or assists with administration of contrast media, as required.
  • Assists physician with fluoroscopic and specialized interventional radiography procedures
  • Initiates basic life support procedures for patients if necessary
  • Ensures proper documentation of exam, technical factors, repeat/reject information, quality improvement, etc.
  • Performs quality control checks as required
• Assists in aspects of patient care including transportation and PACs processing.
• Detects, reports to supervision, and contacts repair person for equipment malfunctions.
• Assumes responsibility for portions of department quality assurance and improvement programs.
• Pursues licensure as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Assumes responsibility for inventory and stocking of supplies for assigned areas.

• Enrolled in final semester of an AMA accredited School of Radiologic Technology
• Must become ARRT registered in Radiology and licensed in the state(s) you work within 90 days of graduation
• Self‑motivated
• Ability to be flexible
• Ability to problem‑solve
• Ability to interact well with customers
• Good written and oral communication skills
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire
• Reporting Relationship:
  Clinical Manager of Radiology
• Receives clinical assignments from the Charge/Lead Technologist
• Clinical advisement is received from the Radiologist
• Personal protective equipment required: radiation monitoring film badge, lead aprons, lead glasses, lead gloves, thyroid collars, goggles, gowns, masks, face shields, and CPR mask
• Must adhere to established Health System and Medical Imaging Department policies, rules, and regulations
• Maintained ethical conduct and keep confidential personal and medical information about patients